Credit Modeling Director

PwC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 155,000 - 410,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k

Annual discretionary bonus

Holiday pay

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Director in Financial Risk Modelling to strategically direct model development and validation. This role entails leading advanced econometric and AI/ML projects, mentoring teams, and enhancing client satisfaction. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, possesses 9 years of relevant experience, and demonstrates proficiency in key programming tools. Compensation ranges from $155,000 to $410,000 and includes significant benefits and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 9 years of experience in financial risk modeling.
• Doctor of Philosophy in a relevant quantitative field preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in econometric/statistical modeling.

Responsibilities

• Direct strategic vision for financial risk modeling.
• Lead teams in developing advanced AI/ML models.
• Drive innovative client engagement strategies.
• Mentor and cultivate future leaders in the team.
• Oversee and align multiple complex projects with client needs.
• Enhance client satisfaction through executive-level relationships.

Skills

Leadership aligned with values

Problem-solving and creativity

Strategic thinking

Technological promotion

Market gap identification

Adherence to professional standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Python

SAS

R

SQL

Excel/VBA

Job description

Specialty/Competency: Data, Analytics & AI

Industry/Sector: Banking and Capital Markets

Time Type: Full time

Travel Requirements: Up to 40%

At PwC, our people in data and analytics focus on leveraging data to drive insights and make informed business decisions. They utilise advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimise their operations and achieve their strategic goals. Those in financial risk modelling at PwC will focus on developing and implementing models to assess and manage financial risks for clients. Your work will involve analysing data, conducting stress tests, and providing recommendations to mitigate risks.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Skills

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Data and Analytics - Financial Risk Modelling team you manage the development and validation of econometric, statistical, and AI/ML models, leading complex projects and motivating teams. As a Director, you set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. This role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping client engagements, and mentoring future leaders, fostering a thriving environment for people and technology.

Responsibilities

• Direct the strategic vision and initiatives for financial risk modeling
• Lead and inspire teams to develop and validate advanced econometric and AI/ML models
• Drive business growth through innovative client engagement strategies
• Mentor and cultivate future leaders within the organization
• Oversee multiple complex projects, aligning with client needs
• Foster executive-level relationships to enhance client satisfaction
• Promote a collaborative environment where technology and people excel
• Uphold the firm's standards of quality, integrity, and inclusion

What You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree
• 9 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Economics, Financial Mathematics, Mathematical Economics, Mathematical Statistics, Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, or Statistics preferred
• Demonstrating thought leadership in econometric and AI/ML models
• Leading complex projects and developing new opportunities
• Excelling in business development within consulting
• Proficiency in econometric/statistical and machine learning modeling
• Proficiency in Python, SAS, R, SQL, and Excel/VBA
• Leading and mentoring geographically dispersed teams
• Building reliable client relationships and identifying client needs

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance